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Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs)

What is a CHDO?

Private non-profit, community based organization

Provides decent affordable housing in Anchorage area

Five Legal Status Requirements

Organized (incorporated) under state/local law

Organizational purpose: housing

No individual benefit (non-profit)

Clearly defined service area

Non-profit status

CHDO Organizational Structure

1/3 board members from low-income non-profit service area

No more than 1/3 board representatives of public sector, including employees of Anchorage

Other Information

The regulations governing HUD's HOME Program require the Municipality to reserve 15% of its annual HOME entitlement for use with CHDOs. An open application exists at for organizations wishing to apply for CHDO status. Additionally, the department will offer an application in the summer for CHDO operating funds. Finally, CHDOs may either download a recertification form, or stop by the department's office at City Hall and pick one up.

The CHDO Board Certification that must be used: (MS Word)

Eligibility Standards

Rent Limits

203(b) Limit for Single-Family Homes

557 E. Fireweed Lane, Anchorage, Alaska 99503
PO Box 196650 Anchorage, Alaska 99519
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